Fujitsu is developing the world’s most powerful CPU, called Monaka, which will have 288 cores and launch in 2027. It will use Armv9-A architecture and PCIe 6.0 instead of High Bandwidth Memory (HBM). The chip will be cooled by air and have 12-channel DDR5 memory.
Monaka will use a 2nm process for the core die, offering high performance and low power consumption, and a 5nm SRAM die for the last-level cache. It will also feature Confidential Computing to secure sensitive data in cloud, edge, and HPC environments by encrypting each virtual machine with a unique key.
The processor is expected to increase application performance by 2x compared to competitors while reducing power efficiency by 2x. Monaka is the successor to Fujitsu’s A64FX processor used in Supercomputer Fugaku, which is currently ranked as the fourth most powerful supercomputer in the world.
Fujitsu is collaborating with Arm on open-source software, including development tools, compilers, and libraries. Monaka will face competition from x86 processors but its compatibility with standard software and development environments may help ease adoption.
The company claims that Monaka’s commitment to open ecosystems and power-efficient CPUs will help democratize AI, aligning with the vision of a carbon-neutral society. The expansive range of AI applications underscores the transformative impact of accessible AI.
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